“The Earth is the mother of all people and all people should have equal rights upon it." (Chief Joseph).
Chief Joseph states this to interpret his thoughts on why he thinks no one has the right to rule, neither him nor the whites. He says them as equals because they were both placed on the Earth and did not create it and were not born from it. He sees them as equals of human beings. He basically states that if the Indians are tried for a crime so should the whites for the same crime.
How is the art of rhetoric evident in Chief Joseph’s speech?
The art of rhetoric is event in Chief joseph's speech by how creatively he phrases his words and the imphases he puts on each word to make his story inspirational and to inspire those who read the tale of his journey will feel his struggles as if it were there own. An example of this is when he says ""
Who is he addressing in this speech?
Chief Joseph is addressing those who relate and will be inspired by the struggle of him and his people.
Who is he indicting and why?
Chief Joseph is indicting the white government because they are staeling the land that has freely been given to them and it is there mother homa.
Identify any heroic characteristics?
Chief Joseph and his father embellish bravery in the way they stand up to the white government say no to fighting and yes to peace and communication.
Why is this speech Protest Literature?
It shows Chief Joseph's resentment towards the white government and how him and his people were treated.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
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